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Connecting fault readerV.A.G 1551 and selecting function — AUDI

Connecting fault readerV.A.G 1551 and selecting function on Audi: 13 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

13 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 2DA

📋 Procedure

  1. Open cover of diagnosis connector (1).
  2. Connect fault reader to diagnosis connection using diagnosis lead, LTV.A.G 1551/5B(2).
  3. Push exhaust gas extractor hose onto exhaust pipe of heater.
  4. Switch on heater. [Note: If the displays shown in the procedure do not appear fault reader operating manualIf "“Fault in data transmission!”" appears due to a faulty entry, pull diagnosis lead off fault reader, connect again and perform procedure again.Additional operating instructions can be printed out depending on the program by pressing the HELP key of the fault readerV.A.G 1551.The → key is used for advancing the program sequence.The PRINT key switches on the printer (warning lamp in key lights up).]
  5. Press keys 8 and 4 (8 and 4 enters the address word of the vehicle system to be tested "“Auxiliary heater”").
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  1. Confirm entry with Q key.
  2. Press the → key.
  3. Disconnect diagnosis connection from fault readerV.A.G 1551 and reconnect.
  4. Switch on heater.
  5. Repeat function selection , connect fault readerV.A.G 1551 and select function.
  6. Press HELP key on fault readerV.A.G 1551.
  7. Rectify the problem.
  8. Repeat function selection , connect fault readerV.A.G 1551 and select function.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.